Can a driver's license be renewed in a different location upon expiration?
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Yes, a driver's license can be renewed in a different location upon expiration. If the license has not yet expired, it can be directly renewed in a different location. If the license has expired or needs to be reissued due to loss, the owner must complete the transfer procedures in the different location. The owner does not need to return to the original issuing location to handle the procedures or delegate someone to do so; they only need to submit the required documents in the different location. The following conditions must be met for renewal: Holders of a large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium-sized passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's license must have no demerit points in the current scoring cycle, or holders of other permitted vehicle types must have fewer than 12 demerit points in the current scoring cycle; Holders of a large passenger vehicle, tractor, city bus, medium-sized passenger vehicle, or large truck driver's license who have demerit points in a scoring cycle, as well as holders of other permitted vehicle types who have been involved in a traffic accident resulting in death and assumed equal or greater responsibility without having their driver's license revoked, must have completed the required review education; The applicant must have no pending road traffic safety violations or traffic accidents; The applicant's physical condition must meet the requirements for driving; The driver's license must not be under any legal seizure, detention, suspension, revocation, cancellation, or annulment. Required documents for renewal: Bring two copies of ID card, two recent 1-inch color photos without hats, original ID card, original driver's license, and a medical examination certificate from a county-level or higher hospital (free medical examinations are also available at the vehicle management office).
Last year when my driver's license was about to expire, I happened to be on a business trip in another city, so I decided to try renewing it remotely. I checked with the local DMV in advance and they told me to bring my original ID card, old driver's license, medical examination report, and recent photos. I went to a designated hospital for the medical checkup - it was very simple - then submitted my documents at the service window. The review process was quick, and I got my new license in about two weeks. During the waiting period, I could still drive using my electronic license. Now with the nationwide one-stop service policy, many places even have self-service kiosks making it convenient for young people. Remote renewal saved me the trouble of traveling back to my hometown - much more hassle-free. If you're worried about incomplete documents, just check online or call for consultation first to avoid wasted trips. Most importantly, timely license renewal is crucial to avoid illegal driving.
